9 Filipino restaurants receive Michelin stars
Chef Josh Boutwood
Helm dishes
Helm restaurant
Chef Rodrigo Osorio
Asador Alfonso dish
Asador Alfonso
Chefs Nicco Santos and Quenee Vilar
Celera restaurant
Celera dish
Chef Chele Gonzalez
Gallery by Chele dish
Gallery by Chele restaurant
Chefs John Kevin Navoa and Thirdy Dolatre, and Operations Director Erin G. Recto
Hapag dish
Hapag restaurant
Chef Jordy Navarra
Toyo Eatery dish
Toyo Eatery restaurant
Chef JP Cruz
Inato dish
Inato restaurant
Chef Aaron Isip
Kasa Palma dish
Kasa Palma restaurant
Chef Don Baldosano
Linamnam dish
Linamnam restaurant
Known as an esteemed guidebook for world-class restaurants and hotels, the Michelin Guide has finally made its mark in the Philippines, awarding nine Filipino restaurants its highly coveted stars.
During the Michelin Guide Ceremony: Manila and Environs & Cebu 2026, held on 30 October at the Manila Marriott Hotel in Newport World Resorts, Filipino taste and culture took center stage.
Two Michelin Stars – Excellent cooking, worth a detour
Helm (Makati)
One Michelin Star – High-quality cooking, worth a stop
Asador Alfonso (Cavite)
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Celera (Makati)
Gallery by Chele (Taguig)
Hapag (Makati)
Toyo Eatery (Makati)
Inatô (Makati)
Kasa Palma (Makati)
Linamnam (Parañaque)
This marks the first time the Michelin Guide has awarded stars in the Philippines, though Filipino cuisine has already gained international acclaim, with Kasama, a Filipino-owned restaurant in Chicago, earning a Michelin Star in 2022.
In the official Michelin Guide announcement, Gwendal Poullennec, International Director of the MICHELIN Guide, said:
“This selection pays tribute to a new generation of Filipino and international chefs who have embraced the Philippines — drawing inspiration from local heritage, bold flavors, and heartfelt hospitality.”
Other Awards
Michelin Green Star – Sustainable Gastronomy
Gallery by Chele
Bib Gourmand – Great food, great value (25 restaurants)
Abaseria Deli & Cafe
Bolero
Brick Corner
Cabel
COCHI
CUR8
Em Hà Nội
Esmen
Hálong
Kumba
La Pita
Lampara
Lasa
Los Tacos
Manam at the Triangle
Morning Sun Eatery
Palm Grill (Diliman)
Pares Batchoy Food House
Pilya’s Kitchen
Sarsa
SOME THAI
Taquería Franco
The Pig & Palm
The Underbelly
Your Local
This recognition not only elevates the value of the restaurants involved but also celebrates the richness and diversity of Filipino cuisine on the global culinary stage.
